Site Inspector

What does a site inspector do?As a Site Inspector You Could Be:Doing regular inspections of construction sitesLiaising between different departmentsMonitoring the complete building processSafeguarding the quality of workEnsuring adherence to proposed plansArranging meetingsPredicting potential problemsEnsuring adherence to legislation.How to become a site inspectorThere are several routes to becoming a site inspector. You can gain the qualifications you need by completing a university or college course, an apprenticeship, or on-the-job training. You should explore the options to find out which is the right one for you. Usually, a site inspector will have had several years’ experience in the construction industry.You may need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card to work on a construction site.UniversityYou could complete an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject.Entrants with other industry relevant qualifications might be considered, for example:IOSH Working SafelyIOSH Managing SafelyCITB Site Safety Plus training courses. Equivalent entry requirements explainedFind a university courseFunding adviceCollege/training providerIf you’re working on site or have experience in construction you could complete a college course such as Level 3 Diploma in Construction Site Supervisory Studies, Level 4 Diploma in Construction Site Supervision or Level 4 Diploma in Construction Site Management.Equivalent entry requirements explainedFind a course near youFunding adviceApprenticeshipAn apprenticeship with a construction firm is a good way into the industry. If you have some experience in the construction industry, you can start by doing a higher apprenticeship as a construction site supervisor. This may take up to three years to complete.Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. As an apprentice, you’ll be fully employed by your company and expected to work a minimum of 30 hours a week. Your time will be split between on-the-job experience and a college or training provider.Guide to apprenticeshipsWorkIf you’ve already worked in supporting roles within project teams and have proven management experience or qualifications, you may be able to apply directly for a role as a site inspector.Work experienceWork experience is essential to gaining employment within the construction industry. You could gain this at school, or by working weekends and holidays with a company or relative who works as a site inspector. Potential employers will always be pleased to see work experience listed on your CV.Find out more about work experienceSkillsAdditional skills which may benefit anyone considering a job as a site inspector include:An eye for detail and a logical approach to inspecting a siteProject management skillsGood organisational skillsBe able to cope with working at height.QualificationsTo become a Site Inspector, you could complete a:NVQ Level 2 Site InspectionUndergraduate degree in a relevant subject such as:Construction engineeringBuilding studiesCivil engineeringConstruction managementConstruction engineering Surveying.To Become a Site Inspector, You Could Complete A:SVQ at SCQF Level 6 in Site InspectionSCQF Level 6 in Site Inspection apprenticeshipTo Become a Site Inspector, You Could Complete A:NVQ Level 2 Site InspectionUndergraduate degree in a relevant subject such as:Construction engineeringBuilding studiesCivil engineeringConstruction managementConstruction engineering Surveying.How much could you earn as a site inspector?The expected salary for a site inspector varies as you become more experienced.Newly trained site inspectors can start at £28000Trained with experience site inspectors can earn up to £62000*Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed an industry recognised training route. Salaries have been collected from multiple industry sources